Mythology & Backstory

Rome: The Eternal City reimagines familiar myths into a living, political tapestry. Below is a concise primer to get new players oriented.

Origin

In an age when gods walked the earth openly, a pact formed to stabilize mortal rule. That pact frayed as ambition, pride, and dissent grew. The Eternal City now sits between empire and divine caprice.

Recent Events

• The Shattering: A cosmic event that weakened divine barriers and made divine influence more volatile.
• The Augury Wars: Factional conflicts over prophetic seats and political power.

Current State

Rival cults, ambitious senators, and wandering champions all vie for power. Player actions — forming cults, staging rituals, political maneuvering — change the world.

How mythology affects gameplay

Divine favors, rites, omens, and cult mechanics give mythic form to player choices. Seekers of power may negotiate (or betray) a god’s interest to gain unique boons.